KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher - Primary School
Pay: £120-£190 per day (pay to scale after 12 weeks)

Start Date:

February 2026

Location:

Birkenhead

Contract:

Full-time, Long-term

What we offer you

Competitive daily pay: £120-£190 (pay to scale after 12 weeks)
Flexible holiday scheme
Pension contribution
Free training & CPD including safeguarding and behaviour management
A dedicated consultant committed to finding the right role for you
Ongoing support throughout your placement, with temp-to-perm opportunities

Prospero Teaching are supporting friendly and well-resourced primary schools across the Birkenhead area who are looking to appoint a full-time KS1 Teacher for long-term roles starting in February. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Key Stage 1 practitioner who enjoys supporting children at a vital stage of their early learning and development.

The role

As a KS1 Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons that support pupils' early literacy, numeracy and personal development. You will work closely with senior leaders and classroom support staff to create a positive, nurturing learning environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn. Schools are seeking teachers who can maintain strong routines while building positive relationships with young learners.

Responsibilities

Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the KS1 curriculum
Creating a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
Tracking, assessing and reporting on pupil progress
Supporting children's academic, social and emotional development
Working effectively with teaching assistants and support staff
Encouraging positive behaviour and clear classroom routines
Building strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

About the schools

Supportive and welcoming staff teams
Strong focus on pupil well-being and early development
Well-equipped classrooms and engaging learning spaces
Easily accessible from Birkenhead, Wallasey, Bebington and surrounding Wirral areas

The ideal candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
Experience teaching within Key Stage 1
Warm, enthusiastic and confident classroom practitioner
Strong communication and classroom management skills
Reliable, proactive and committed to high standards
Good understanding of safeguarding and primary school policies Safeguarding

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and full vetting procedures.

How to apply

If you're a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term role in Birkenhead from February, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your updated CV and a member of the Prospero Teaching team will be in touch.

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